Zao Okama Crater

“An acid-green crater lake that shifts color with the clouds above it.”

Beautiful Scenery
Zao Okama Crater
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Located in Miyagi prefecture, Zao Okama Crater is aptly named for its appearance of a traditional cooking pot (okama). A volcanic crater lake, it is especially scenic for the "Goshikinuma" lake of five colors, where the intensity of light changes the surface color of the lake. Different seasons produce different hues and brightness of the light's level. It can be viewed from a safe distance from a network of scenic mountain roads for a small fee.

Photograph provided by Tourism Division, Miyagi Prefecture Government

Spot NameZao Okama Crater
Postal Code〒989-0916
AddressKuraishidakekokuyuchinai, Togattaonsen, Zaomachi, Katta-gun, Miyagi
Telephone Number0224-33-2215
Official URLhttp://www.zao-machi.com/31
KeywordsBeautiful Scenery

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Frequently asked questions

What is Zao Okama Crater?
An acid-green crater lake that shifts color with the clouds above it.
Where is Zao Okama Crater?
Zao Okama Crater is located at Kuraishidakekokuyuchinai, Togattaonsen, Zaomachi, Katta-gun, Miyagi.
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